Wednesday, June 13, 2018

2018 Summer Reading Challenge

I'm proud to announce this year's summer reading challenge! It's time to dust off those classic film books and get reading. I challenge you to read and review 6 classic film books this summer. See below for details on how to sign-up and participate. One small addition this year, the challenge has an official hashtag! Make sure you use that when posting about it on social.

All of the details below including the review submission form can be found on the official Summer Reading page.

Happy reading!

2018 Summer Reading Classic Film Book Challenge

Sign up for the challenge (see form below)

Read a classic film book

Write a review and post it on your Blog, Instagram or Goodreads profile

Challenge runs from June 7th until September 15th, 2018. Sign-up before July 15th.Because of the late start this year, any books read within the entire month of June can count towards the challenge.

See full details below.

What counts as a classic film book?

Biographical book about some from the classic film era. Biography, autobiography, memoir or a collection of interviews or letters all count. Can be about an actor, actress, director or other cast or crew member.

Book about films – specific film(s), genre, film-making process, etc.

A photography or art book related to classic films, fashion, style or a particular person.

Film criticism or analysis

20th century novel that was adapted into a classic film

Novel fictionalizing a classic film or an actor/actress from old Hollywood.

How many books should you read?

You
can read one book in each category, 6 books in one category or mix it
up. Read a book you’ve never read before
or re-read an old favorite. The book can be brand new or long
out-of-print. I'm flexible about what constitutes "classic film" and I'll accept anything up until the 1970s. Beyond that, please check with me before submitting your review.

If you complete all 6 reviews by September 15th you’ll be eligible to win one single disc DVD-MOD from Warner Archive, film of your choosing. # of winners to be determined.